Personalised Nostalgic Local History Books
Hundreds of nostalgic photo books about Britain. Twelve fascinating ranges to enjoy, all printed to order and lavishly illustrated with our high quality photographs. From books depecting life as it was in the first half of the 20th Century to a more recent step back in time to the 1960s, via recipes, trivia and poetry - there's sure to be something which will whet your reading apetite. Many of our books can be personalised for free with your own text on the title page to make a perfect gift for birthday's, Christmas and other celebrations.
The perfect, personalised gift
Add a personal dedication to the title page - free of charge. Most of our books are printed individually to order. You can add a personal message when you buy that will be printed on the title page at no extra cost, making our books a great gift or keepsake. This is a great option for birthdays, weddings, anniversaries and leaving or retirement.
Search for local nostalgia books about your favourite places in Britain.
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Over 2 million books sold since 1999
" I ordered a book with a personalised touch (from my youngest kids to their grandma). Having the option to personalise is one of the reasons I bought it. It was promptly delivered, no fuss, no delays. An absolutely beautiful pictorial historical account of my Mum's home town, which I am sure she will be delighted with.
Thank you very much Francis Frith."
What people say:
Added 26th October 2021
just wanted to let you know that the order has arrived today!
this is great, as it is my partner's birthday, so I wanted to thank you all for a fantastic service!
Many thanks to all the team.
Added 28th July 2021
My brother (in France) is delighted with his book about Aylesbury where we were born and grew up. We are both impressed by your service and especially like the inscription idea.
Added 16th March 2011
May I take this opportunity of saying how much I have enjoyed your book……
Added 22nd December 2017
Can I just say, WOW, I am lost for words. I received the book I got for my Mum's Christmas today and was so impressed with it. Brilliant. Thank you, I'm so glad I found you on line after hours of searching what to get her. So, so happy with it. Thanks a million!
Added 6th October 2021
My two books arrived this morning. Fantastic service, delighted with the books. Thank you
Added 30th March 2019
I recently received a personalised copy of your "Did You Know" Cornwall and am delighted with it and is just the sort of book I was looking for. I was more than impressed with your speedy delivery and service. Praise where praise is due. Very many thanks indeed. C. Penny
Added 16th March 2011
…the photographs are lovely and you have caught the feeling of the town so well in your captions - it is a joy to read and I look forward to your next edition. Many thanks for such a lovely book.
Added 9th June 2005
Customer Ref. No. 161465 Received to-day my copy of above publication, Many thanks. Very pleased way beyond my expectations.
Added 16th March 2011
The book was a Christmas present. An excellent choice which gave me a wonderful trip down memory lane on Christmas Day. Thank you.
Added 16th March 2011
….several people have asked how to get hold of these items. I have eagerly recommended the service provided. It was lovely to get such friendly, efficient help.
Added 16th March 2011
I recently purchased your East London Photographic Memories and I would like to say what an excellent read it is - full of old photos and such. I will probably be buying some of your other books in the future.
Added 16th March 2011
Came across your book quite by accident. What a wonderful trip down memory lane and also the added bonus of a free print which means my father's Xmas present is sorted! As he is Repton born and bred so a BIG Thank You!
Added 16th March 2011
I would like to thank you for your most wonderful books. For birthdays, Xmas, Easter etc they are great presents. Many thanks again.
Added 28th September 2012
I was delighted to receive my parcel on Wednesday of this week, having taken only seven days in transit to Brisbane "down under".
So Thank you very much for your very prompt attention to my order.
The quality of the books is superb and my family and I look forward to many Happy hours reminiscing about the places we know and love so much.
I will definitely be ordering from you again.
Added 13th December 2012
I am just writing to say how very please I was to receive my order this morning. 'Glorious Britian' (hardback) and Lincolnshire Living Memories (paperback) are to be given as a Christmas present to my stepfather and I'm sure he will be absolutely delighted. In particular the Glorious Britian book is superb - I just hope it won't look 'dog eared' by the time he receives it as it is very tempting to sit and read it myself before I hand it over! Excellent value for money, I will certainly recommend your website to friends and family
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